Living in between is a theme that keeps coming up this week. There's no wonder they call kids 10-12 'tweens. They're not little and they're not teens. They're stuck in between. Our culture doesn't accept childlike behavior but doesn't give them the privileges of teenagers. It's a hard stage and I never hear anyone saying they want to go back to middle school!
Development across the lifespan finds us often living in between for developmental reasons but in reality, it's also a reflection of attitude. We get stuck in deciding to stay home with the kids or to work, to stay married or separate, to change jobs or stay in the same one out of fear.
All of the above comes down to deciding. While we are taking the time wanting things the way we think they should be, we are resentful, even angry about our current circumstance. Think of all of the life 'in between' that we are missing out on living! The key to getting out of in between is to decide to accept where we are and enjoy the perks of just being content. When we project what we think should be or what we want versus just working with where we are, a lot of living can start.
This week, lose the in between attitude. Decide if you're home with your children to be present to them or go back to work. If you're unhappy at a job, take a step. If your marriage or relationship is at a stalemate, what action will you take to feel empowered to move it forward? Most of all, be gentle with yourself and the process. Living in the present is the greatest gift we can give ourselves. Enjoy!
Have a great week!
Warmly,
Andrea
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